Fortitude Valley news and events
Queensland Seniors Month 2021 Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner is encouraging Brisbane’s senior residents to kick up their heels and join in an assortment of fun-filled activities this Queensland Seniors Month, saying age should not be a barrier to experiencing the best of Brisbane. Cr Schrinner said more than 500 free and [...]
Brisbane Beer beats COVID Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner has revealed a record number of boutique breweries and other beverage producers are now operating in Brisbane despite the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Cr Schrinner said the Brisbane brewing industry had experienced a massive increase over the last decade with the number [...]
WasteSMART Brisbane Awards Voting Sisters helping recycle plastic into prosthetic limbs, an eco-friendly hair salon and schools that are successfully fighting the war on waste are among 24 finalists for the 2021 WasteSMART Brisbane Awards. Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner encourage Brisbane residents to get involved, saying voting is now under way for Cleanaway’s People’s Choice [...]
Underwater Photographic Artist Beth Mitchell 2021 The 2021 Brisbane Portrait Prize has displayed its strongest exhibition of artists yet with acclaimed local art photographer Beth Mitchell claiming the prestigious $50,000 Lord Mayor’s Prize for her captivating self-portrait titled No Land In Sight. Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner said more than 550 entries were received, with [...]
Howard Smith Wharves ferry terminal on track More than 100 local workers from over 30 local suppliers have been involved in the construction of the new Howard Smith Wharves ferry terminal and upgrade of South Bank ferry terminal, with both projects on track for completion by Christmas. Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner [...]
Council's compost rebate program Thousands of Brisbane households have become cleaner and greener thanks to the Schrinner Council’s successful compost rebate program. More than 10,000 Brisbane households benefit from Council compost rebate Thousands of Brisbane residents are flexing their green thumbs and helping to reduce landfill by investing in home [...]
Homeless Connect Donations Open Brisbane Showgrounds will host the 25th Homeless Connect donation drive this November with more than 1000 meals and hundreds of health checks expected to be provided to our most vulnerable residents. Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner has put the call out for Brisbane residents to make donations ahead [...]
Valley Fiesta lineup announced It’s all fiesta, no siesta next month, with Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner announcing the return of one of Brisbane’s biggest annual parties, Valley Fiesta from 28-30 October. Cr Schrinner said more than 20 venues across Fortitude Valley would come alive over three days to feature more than 150 [...]
Brunch spots, bar hops, picnic places and hidden spaces… all at the new, free Brisbane App Brunch spots, bar hops, picnic places and hidden spaces… the best of Brisbane is at your fingertips with the launch of the new, free Brisbane App. Unveiling the initiative alongside musician Amy Sheppard and Masterchef [...]
Brisbane Metro final design The design of the Brisbane Metro vehicle has been finalised with more than 35 major design enhancements that will significantly improve the accessibility and sustainability of what will be one of the most advanced electric vehicles in the world. Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner said Council had been working [...]
